FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does the price include Shipping?

Yes! All prices include shipping to Continental U.S. Addresses. Currently, artwork can only be shipped to U.S. addresses. Additional shipping will be calculated for US addresses outside the continental US. I regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, or Puerto Rico, and apologize for any inconvenience.

Can the fish be mounted outdoors, even at the beach?

Yes! They’re recycled signs, so they’ve already been out in the weather for years. They're made from aluminum signs, and designed to withstand harsh environments. If mounting them outdoors, I recommend securing them with screws so they're not dislodged from their mounts by the the weather.

I want to purchase an item but don’t like using my credit card over the internet / or having trouble purchasing an item using the shopping cart, what are my options?

Feel free to email me directly at trippworx@gmail.com or call me at 336.233.7799 if you would like to place an order. I can handle orders directly over the phone.

Do you have the signs that are missing from my neighborhood?​

No! Except for occasionally lusting after really cool signage, I get all my signage by trading with my suppliers. I often refer to the signage as “lawfully retired.” It may not be as exciting as making midnight runs, but it keeps me making art and out of jail.

Why are most of the sculptures named?​

All one-of-a-kind sculptures are named to individually distinguish them. Each one-of-a-kind sculpture is a collector's item, so they are all recorded and cataloged to show who purchased it and where it went. Someday your fish may be on the master-list of a museum! Some non one-of-a-kind sculptures are numbered so that they may be tracked & recorded as well.

Are the Backscratchers & Key Chains reflective?

Yes! They're made of the same reflective materials as the sculptures - in fact that’s a great way to find them when they're misplaced – turn off the light and shine a flashlight around or take a flash picture. If the reflective side is facing upward it will reflect brightly in the light. For an interesting effect, take a flash picture of the piece you buy – it will amaze you how brightly the reflective surface reflects the light!

I have the Martini Glasses, now how do I make a martini?

At TrippworX, life is sweet - so are my martinis - The famous "Tripptini" is very simple; Fill the glass 3/4 full with Fresca, then add a little bit of Pinnacle Key Lime Pie Whipped Cream Vodka or Plain Whipped Cream Vodka and a dash of Coconut Vodka. For a slightly more tropical feel, add a small squeeze of key lime juice. Note, these recipes, as well as the martini glasses have been heavily tested, both at home and in the field.

When I received my artwork, a fin seems out of place - or - the claws are in a strange position - or - the little “dangly” thing on the Lantern fish seems out of place - or- similar appearance questions. How do I handle this?

Lots of the sculptures have movable/bendable appendages or parts. Lobsters & crabs have movable claws & eyeballs, gently remove packaging such as rubber bands, and adjust them to a pleasing position. Note, they are designed to be re-positioned before mounting - frequent moving of the part may permanently loosen the assembly preventing it from staying in position. Antennae on lobsters and insects, or the dangler on a lantern fish can be carefully bent into a pleasing position. Repeated or rough bending of this part may result in breakage. Other sculptures may have a fin or wing attached with a single rivet. In shipping these may get compressed and be hidden behind or up against the body. Simply rotate it to a pleasing position before mounting.

Do you sell Wholesale to Art Galleries?

TrippworX is currently represented in galleries coast to coast, and is not currently seeking additional gallery representation. ​If you own a gallery and are interested in representing my work, feel free to drop me an email highlighting why you think my work would be a good fit for your gallery.

Could you further explain the term, MECHANO-ORGANIC?

Mechano-organic is a term I coined to represent the fusion of mechanical and organic forms. I've always been fascinated with structural elements such as those in aircraft wing ribs & spars, as well as with rigging, such as that on a sailboat. The combination of these familiar forms with the hydrodynamic efficiency of fish bodies occurs to me as a perfect artistic union.

Returning Items?

I want you to enjoy the artwork you purchase from TrippworX. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, and have a question or issue, it may be answered elsewhere in the FAQ section, or drop me an email at trippworx@gmail.com. If we cannot resolve the issue, you can return the item within 20 days of purchase for a refund. If returning a package, carefully repack the item in its original packaging, or close facsimile. The package can be returned by Federal Express, UPS, or the US Postal Service. Fed-Ex and UPS often have shipping stores that will package and ship the package for you. This shipping cost is paid by the customer unless otherwise arranged through the studio. When received, the item will be inspected, and merchandise credit (minus outbound shipping) will be issued for all undamaged pieces.